Communicator. Imperial Valley Workshop a Huge Success

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1 S D Issue Date: 7/24/15 Frequency: 3x/Year Issue #: 2-Summer Communicator R C San Diego Regional Center A Service of San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services Inc, 4355 Ruffin Road, San Diego CA Imperial Valley Workshop a Huge Success i n s i d e Saturday, May 30 th was an exciting day for siblings of children with special needs in Imperial Valley. The Imperial Valley Parent Conference Committee held an event especially for siblings of children with special needs. The committee, comprised of both parents and professionals, worked together to create a day of activities just for these children. The workshop for siblings ages 6 to 13 focused on providing a warm and welcoming forum to voice their concerns, perspectives and frustrations. A variety of activities provided opportunities for learning, sharing, fun and making friends to talk with about the reality of living with a sibling with a disability both the good things and the more challenging ones. While it is understandable that parents of special needs children devote much of their attention to their child with special needs, it is an unfortunate reality that because of this, Traducción en Español...11 Director s Message ~ #KeepThePromise...2 Foundation Day at the Races Performance Contract Public Meetings...3 Don t Let ISM Take a Bite Out of Your SSI!...4 Join an A&I Community Action Network...4 Home Safety Tips for Summer...4 SDRC s Excellent Customer Service...5 North County Family Picnic Highlights...5 Cool Zones...5 UCP Assistive Technology Center...5 Disney CIP List...5 Self-Advocacy Conference Highlights...6 Client Profiles Calendar of Events The Web Page...10 their other children can develop feelings of resentment and isolation. Oftentimes, the siblings aren t given as much attention and they may not understand why. Even a protective and supportive brother or sister can be negatively affected by having to compete for their parents attention. Our goal was to provide these kids with a special venue to express themselves and connect with other peers that have had a similar experience, said Debbie Marshall, from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities San Diego-Imperial Office. Around 50 siblings participated in the workshop which was held at Sunflower Elementary School in El Centro. Ivet Lemus, SDRC Program Manager, was overjoyed with the children s enthusiasm to participate, understand and share. They responded really well, especially in the breakout session where they got to express their feelings and talk about what it s like having a sibling and having to care for them sometimes, what it s like being out in public with them, Ivet said. So they had an opportunity here to get at the core of some of their perspectives. The committee was very pleased with the outcome and is already talking about planning next year s sibling workshop.

2 Message from the Director #KeepThePromise Carlos Flores Executive Director In order to continue the dream of Assembly member Lanterman and the promise of the Lanterman Act our service providers desperately need rate increases and regional centers need resources to reduce service coordinator caseloads. Underfunding our system has reached a critical point. Without immediate relief our service delivery system is truly on the brink of collapse. In 1965, following efforts by parents that began in the early 1960 s, Assembly Bill (AB) 691 was passed by the California Legislature, and signed by Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown. AB 691 authorized the creation of two pilot regional centers for persons with intellectual disabilities under contract with the State Department of Public Health. The purposes of the pilot centers were to provide systematic assessment and diagnosis; call attention to unmet needs in the community; assist in community resource development; maintain records; and, provide service coordination. In 1966, the pilot regional centers were established at Children s Hospital of Los Angeles and Aid for Retarded Children in San Francisco. That year the pilot regional centers provided services to a total of 559 individuals. Based on the success of the pilot regional centers, Assembly member Frank D. Lanterman authored AB 225 in AB 225 was passed by the Legislature, signed by Governor Ronald Reagan, and extended the regional center network throughout California. The pilot centers are now the Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center and the Golden Gate Regional Center. There are currently 21 regional centers in California that serve approximately 280,000 persons with developmental disabilities. AB 225 was innovative and visionary legislation that set new standards for services for persons with developmental disabilities. Today it is known as the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act. Within the Lanterman Act the statute declares, The State of California accepts a responsibility for persons with developmental disabilities and an obligation to them which it must discharge. In the past 49 years our service delivery system has experienced great successes and extreme challenges. Our successes have resulted in more opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives in the community. We faced our most significant challenges as a result of California s economic down turns in the 1980 s, 1990 s, and the recent recession that intensified in Following each recession, as the economy improved, our system was not made whole. It s time to make our system whole. It s time to keep the promise of the Lanterman Act. 2

3 FOUNDATION DAY AT THE RACES Wednesday September 2, 2015 Gates open at 12 p.m./post time 2 p.m. Enjoy horseracing at its finest overlooking the finish line in the EQUUS SKYROOM in the exclusive DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED TURF CLUB No host lunch buffet and cocktail service available in the elegant IL PALIO TUSCAN RESTAURANT This is a major annual fundraiser for the Foundation. Proceeds benefit children and adults with intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and autism. JOIN US! Opportunities to participate include: Attend: Join the Foundation directors and community supporters for a fabulous day of horse racing action. Event Sponsorship: The Foundation is seeking major event sponsors to defray costs and provide support. Cash Donation: Our individual donors are the backbone of the good works that we do. Cash donations are always appreciated. Goods/Services Donations: The Foundation is seeking donations of gift certificates, goods or services to raise funds through an opportunity raffle at the event. Yes, I am interested in attending and will sign up online or call your office! Sorry, I cannot attend but please accept my donation in the amount of $. Foundation for Developmental Disabilities 4355 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA (858) Online at The San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services Foundation (Foundation for Developmental Disabilities) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit corporation. Contributions are taxdeductible as allowed by law Performance Contract Public Meetings Sponsored by San Diego Regional Center and State Council on Developmental Disabilities San Diego Imperial Office San Diego Regional Center (SDRC) contracts with the California State Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities in San Diego and Imperial counties. Beginning in calendar year 1994, DDS entered into a new contracting process with all 21 regional centers. This new process focused on the achievement of outcome-based goals. SDRC is developing the Performance Contract for calendar year Currently, DDS and the regional centers have agreed upon outcomes by which regional centers performance will be evaluated. With public input, regional centers must develop a list of activities which will assist regional centers in meeting the Performance Contract outcomes. Additionally, regional centers can add outcomes for their regional center. SDRC, in collaboration with the State Council on Developmental Disabilities San Diego Imperial Office, is hosting public meetings to discuss our current growth and services, and receive input regarding the Performance Contract. Tuesday, 9/8/15 12:15 p.m. 12:45 p.m. San Diego Regional Center SAN DIEGO Board Room, 4355 Ruffin Road, Suite 101 San Diego CA ~ or ~ Thursday, 9/10/15 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. San Diego Regional Center IMPERIAL 512 West Aten Road Imperial CA The draft of the proposed 2016 Performance Contract activities will be shared at public meetings and available on the SDRC website at after 8/28/15, or can be obtained through SDRC Community Services, You may submit written comments by 9/25/15 to: Dan Clark, Director, Community Services San Diego Regional Center 4355 Ruffin Road, Suite 104 San Diego, California or by 3

4 Don t Let ISM Take a Bite Out of Your SSI! Office of Clients Rights Advocacy Are you an adult who gets Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? Do you live with your family? Or does someone pay some of your expenses? You need to know about In-Kind Support and Maintenance (ISM) to make sure you get your full SSI benefit amount. There are two kinds of in-kind support, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates your benefits differently for the two different kinds. Inside ISM If you live with someone else, you must pay your fair share of the household expenses for food and shelter. Otherwise, the SSA will treat the value of what others pay for your food and shelter as your income. SSA will reduce your monthly check. Shelter costs include rent or the mortgage, property taxes, and utilities (not the phone bill). Your fair share is the total cost of food and shelter divided by the number of people living in your home. If there is a good reason your share is less, you may be able to show that you are not getting ISM. For example, if you have the smallest room, it might be worth less rent. If your family member is your representative payee, he or she should help you keep careful track of your money so you can show that you paid your share. Outside ISM If you live on your own but someone gives you free or reduced cost housing, pays your rent, or gives you food or money for food, SSA will reduce your check due to ISM. What is NOT Considered Food and Shelter for ISM? Things that do not count include: Infrequent or irregular unearned income, like the value of Thanksgiving dinner. Benefits from a government social services program, like Section 8. Food and shelter while you are temporarily away from home. A loan you have to repay. What if SSA Says I Am Getting ISM? If you disagree, you can appeal. The deadline is 60 days after you get the Notice of Action reducing your benefits. SSA assumes you get it 5 days after they send it, so you should appeal within 65 days of the postmark date. If SSA says you have an overpayment because you did not report ISM, contact the Office of Clients Rights Advocacy (OCRA) right away for information about your rights. To learn more, call OCRA at You can read our publication, SSI Applicants and Recipients: Not Knowing About In-Kind Support and Maintenance Can Cost You Money! at Join an Aging & Independence Services Community Action Network Four regional Community Action Networks, coordinated by Aging & Independence Services (AIS), focus on the issues and needs of older adults and persons with disabilities. They welcome your participation. San Diego Community Action Network (SanDi-CAN) Meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the last Tuesday of each month: War Memorial Building 3325 Zoo Drive, San Diego. Contact Brian Rollins East County Action Network (ECAN) Meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month: Renette Recreation Center 935 S. Emerald Avenue, El Cajon. Contact Kathy Holmes-Hardy HOME SAFETY TIPS South County Action Network (SoCAN) Meets from 1 to 3 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month: San Diego County Library Bonita-Sunnyside Branch 4375 Bonita Road, Bonita. Contact Anabel Kuykendall North County Action Network (NorCAN) Meets from 1 to 3 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month: San Marcos Senior Center 111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos. Contact Karen Singer FOR SUMMER JBe extra cautious about locking doors and windows when you leave the house, even if you will only be gone for a few minutes. Come home to a hot house, not an empty house! JWhen going on trips or just out for the evening, use automatic timers to turn indoor lights on and off to make it appear you are home. JConsider informing your neighbors if you will be away from your house for an extended period of time; ask them to watch your house and to collect your mail and newspapers. JIf you have house guests, familiarize them with your security precautions and make sure they follow them. KNever post on social media that you are on vacation; others will know your house is empty and it may become a target for theft. Unlike us, criminals don t take a break over the summer. This is one of their busy seasons! Be alert and report suspicious behavior. 4

5 SDRC is Committed to Providing Excellent Customer Service A goal of SDRC is to empower clients and their families to achieve their full potential in the community with the support of community partners. An essential piece in reaching this goal is providing exceptional customer service to all of our customers (clients, families, community partners, staff, etc). Customer service is the prompt, competent, and courteous delivery of service via the phone, mail, , or face-to-face to our customers and is based on the realization that our customers matter and they are the entire reason why SDRC exists. To further SDRC s commitment to providing high quality customer service, we have initiated a Customer Service Task Force charged with setting customer service guidelines and standards, and training for staff. Before we can improve our customer service, we need to establish baselines for the quality of the customer service we are currently providing. We need to find out what it s like for customers to interact with SDRC. The best way to gather this information is through interviews or surveys with clients, families, and community partners. Be on the lookout for additional information regarding customer service in the upcoming months North County Family Picnic for Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Families On June 20 th service coordinator, Stephanie Wolff, represented SDRC, along with staff from other agencies at the 2015 North County Family Picnic for Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Families. The event took place at Green Oak Ranch with 47 families with 137 kids enjoying a fun-filled day of games, activities, a barbeque and the opportunity to learn about a variety of pertinent information/resources. Stephanie, a 22 year employee of SDRC, said she was happy to talk with so many people about SDRC services. She was pleased to be greeted with comments such as, I love my service coordinator, he helps me so much, Regional Center has been there for me and my family for many years, I ve appreciated the services Regional Center has provided me. It was a great day for all who attended. SDRC participates in many resource fairs each year. We provide valuable information about who we are and what we do for those who may benefit from our services. To request SDRC to participate in a resource fair or provide a presentation to your group, please contact the Community Services Department at COOL ZONES for Seniors and People with Disabilities Assistive Technology Center 6162 Mission Gorge Road, #F San Diego CA (fax) Open Lab Schedule OPEN LABS are times when individuals may explore a variety of augmentative communication devices, software and computer access equipment. Staff attention for individual support is limited during lab hours due to number of participants. For North County (Escondido) Open Lab Schedule, call Join the Disney CIP List Disney s Community Involvement Program (CIP) is a program for California residents with permanent disabilities. The dates offered are usually January and February of each year. Disney CIP notifies SDRC near the end of each year with price and date information. The person with the disability MUST BE a SDRC client to qualify. If you would like an notification about CIP for their 2016 program when information becomes available in late 2015, please submit your name and address to SDRC cannot guarantee that Disneyland will offer the CIP Program next year and/or that SDRC will participate in the CIP program, if offered. The Cool Zones program offers free, air-conditioned sites for seniors and persons with disabilities to escape the extreme heat during the summer. There are more than 115 locations throughout San Diego County. Cool Zones are designated, air-conditioned buildings, identified by a Polar Bear Cool Zone logo. Aging & Independence Services has partnered with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) on this program since Additionally, low-income, homebound seniors and persons with disabilities can request a free electric fan if they are unable to travel to a Cool Zone site. Find a Cool Zone site near you: and press "6" 5

6 celebrating our success Self-Advocacy Conference May 15-17, 2015 San Diego People First held its 25 th annual Self-Advocacy Conference in May at the Mission Valley Marriott. The theme was Living Longer, Growing Stronger. More than 400 people attended. The conference began on Friday night with a workshop on Self-Determination. Saturday morning, the State Council on Developmental Disabilities San Diego- Imperial Office (SCDD) held a public forum where people let the SCDD know what kind of activities they would like to see the SCDD do in the next five years. Karen Lynn, Whisper of Hope, delivered an exciting keynote address. Workshop topics included Internet Safety, Inner Dancer Performing Arts, Who Let the Dogs Out?, R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Yourself, Join Your Healthcare Team, Adaptive Fitness, and Operation Bully Proof. A street fair followed where self-advocates sold items they made and organizations presented information about the services they offer. Saturday night, people enjoyed a banquet and dance. May 2 nd is a day with special significance for Ozzie. Not only is this the day that his mother (now deceased) was born, but this year, it was also the day he proposed to his fiancée, Renee. Ozzie and Renee met last year when Renee began working at Knight s Smokehouse restaurant in Legoland. Ozzie has worked there for the past 15 years. He says that he has come to think of Knight s Smokehouse as his home away from home a second family. How fitting that this is the place where he met his future wife. Renee shared, On my first official day at work, Ozzie asked if he could sit and eat lunch with me and that was the end of that! In October 2014, Ozzie moved out on his own for the first time in his life and has been sharing a rental with Renee. Although this has taken some adjustment, with support from Renee and his ILS worker, Ozzie is learning to stay on top of all his responsibilities. According to Ozzie, now that I am on my own, I am becoming more of a man. Ozzie and Renee are excited about wedding planning and have been dreaming of where and when this will take place. Although their plans are not concrete at this point, there are two things they are sure of the ceremony will take place in May and Ozzie s mother will be there watching over them and sharing in their blessings. Ozzie Moriah is 28 years old. She knew throughout most of her life that she wanted to work with children. For the last six to seven years, Moriah has volunteered her Sundays to work in the children s center at The Rock Church. Several years ago, Moriah participated in the College-2-Career (C2C) program. She received wonderful support from the staff at C2C and also through UCP, who worked together to ensure her success. In December 2014, Moriah received a teacher s aide certificate. Towards the end of the completion of the C2C program, UCP was able to assist Moriah in identifying a volunteer site. Moriah began working at Roosevelt Middle School. Some of her responsibilities include running different groups such as the reading and cooking groups and running errands for the teachers. On Tuesdays and Fridays, Moriah works in the library at the circulation desk. Some of her responsibilities in the library include processing new books, helping students check in/check out books, and arranging/ returning books to shelves. Moriah is a great example of not letting her disability keep her from being a great success in all she attempts. She defines who she is; her disability does not define her. Ever since she was a little girl she has always had the determination to overcome obstacles and keep moving forward. Moriah 6

7 celebrating our success Lauren is a bright, independent, and resourceful woman who has been a client of SDRC since she graduated high school at age 18. Lauren has cerebral palsy and has overcome remarkable obstacles in her life including a very difficult early childhood and the recent death of her adoptive mother. One example of Lauren s strong character and independence occurred when she was in the sixth grade. Lauren had been in special education classes, but decided she wanted to be fully included in a general education class. She asked a sixth grade teacher if she could join her class. Lauren went through all the appropriate channels and her wish to be fully included was granted. Lauren has given many presentations on the topic of inclusion at Hope Elementary School and special education groups. She recently completed a certificate program at Mira Costa College in medical administration and is now going for another A.A. degree. She received her first A.A. degree from Palomar College in American Sign Language. Lauren receives independent living services (ILS) through Community Interface Services and has a great relationship with her ILS resource counselor, Anna. Lauren always makes the most out of the support she receives. She is an active person with a variety of interests. Lauren recently became engaged and plans to travel with her fiancé to India in She and her fiancé currently live in Encinitas near the beach. Lauren s positive attitude and adventurous spirit are infectious and she is a wonderful person to know. Lauren In May, Erik became the first student with autism to graduate from Cal Western School of Law and also to pass the Bar exam. He passed the Bar on his first try and has already taken the oath of professional conduct before a panel of judges. His road to becoming a lawyer wasn t an easy one. Erik was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3. When he was 5, doctors told his parents his autism was so severe, he d have to be institutionalized for the rest of his life. Erik s mother refused to put her son in a home. Erik says his mom also enrolled him in Special Olympics so that he would have a male role model and mentor since his father passed away when he was young. Special Olympics has become a huge part of his life and Erik now serves as a spokesperson for the organization and is a mentor to younger athletes. Erik plans to practice special education law. I got into it because I wanted to help other people with special needs, other people like me, said Erik. When asked, Erik said that one of the most important things that helped him get through law school was a regular program of exercise and fitness for mind and body. He says it helped him keep his focus and keep his balance in life. Erik Mina, who has autism, is a beautiful, bright eyed 10-year-old girl who lives with her parents and older sister. She was born in Iraq and spent four years in Syria before her parents were able to secure paperwork and immigrate to the United States with hope for a better life. At age 7, Mina was reluctant to talk, didn t make eye contact or have any friends. At school, she was placed in a class for the severely disabled. At that time, the family began ABA services and working with Nora, Mina s service coordinator. Mina made great progress and was then completely mainstreamed in third grade. Mom attributes her success to school staff, teachers, ABA providers and, most importantly, collaboration and team work. Mom says, Everyone should work together families, ABA, schools, teachers, everyone on the same team. Mina has learned a new culture and language, and loves school. She spends her free time drawing, studying and likes to research favorite subjects on her ipad. Math is her favorite subject, and she enjoys being her teacher s assistant and scribe. Today, Mina has lots of friends and is well known to all the students at Lexington Elementary. Mina and her family would like to thank community partners for all their hard work and dedication. Mina 7

8 calendar of events Education SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CENTER TRAINING CALENDAR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2015 IMPERIAL VALLEY PARENT CONFERENCE 2015 Putting the Pieces Together (location to be determined) 2nd Annual Imperial Valley Parent Conference Workshops in Spanish & English Contact: or OCTOBER 8-9, 2015 SUPPORTED LIFE CONFERENCE CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL, SACRAMENTO CA Empowering All People with Developmental Disabilities to be Fully Included in the Community To Register: Contact: or SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2015 FERIA CONFERENCE (Families+Educators+Resources +IHE s+agencies Partnership) The Voices of Latino Families: Empowering Educators, Families and Children-Youth with Special Needs Southwestern Community College, Chula Vista 1st Annual Conference for Spanish Speaking Latino parents of children with special needs and educators (K-College). Info: https://larc.sdsu.edu/sailn/feria SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2016 INVOLVED EXCEPTIONAL PARENTS DAY CONFERENCE The Shape I m In- One Size Handlery Hotel, Mission Valley 33 rd Annual Conference planned by parents and professionals Workshops in English & Spanish. Contact: (English) (Spanish) CHILDREN & YOUTH ADVOCACY PROJECT CLINIC Provides direct legal services to transitional-aged students (16 22) with disabilities and their families in the areas of Individualized Education Programs (IEP s) and Transition Plans, AB2726 matters and other transitional related issues. Legal Aid San Diego Ext SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST FOUNDATION Understanding Social Security/Special Needs Trusts Offered by the Special Needs Trust Foundation Support Groups Autism AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA San Diego Chapter AUTISM SUPPORT OF IMPERIAL COUNTY James Gonzalez, EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER Autism Parent Support Group For parents of young children on the autism spectrum Cerebral Palsy UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY For parents of children, newborns to ten years old, with cerebral palsy. San Diego. Mary Ann or Rhonda Down Syndrome EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER Support for Parents of Children with Down Syndrome In association with Down Syndrome Association San Diego North County Imperial County SAN DIEGO DOWN SYNDROME ORGANIZATION Epilepsy EPILEPSY FOUNDATION Sasha, , Williams Syndrome WILLIAMS SYNDROME ASSOCIATION/CANYON REGION Open to all interested in Williams Syndrome. Diane Niles, Fragile X FRAGILE X ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA FRAXSOCAL, a parent-run support group Diane Bateman FRAGILE X CENTER OF SAN DIEGO 4653 Carmel Mountain Rd, # , San Diego CA Carrie Murtagh ,

9 calendar of events Support Groups Military ARMED SERVICES YMCA EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER (EFM) PROGRAMS Lincoln Management: Ext. 231 Camp Pendleton (South): Linda Shiebler Camp Pendleton (North): Adriana Pelaez Marine Corps Recruit Depot: Jan King MCAS Miramar: Deanna Angel Navy Regional Southwest: Chris Chase Talk Time: Elizabeth Wright Self-Advocacy SAN DIEGO PEOPLE FIRST SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CENTER SANTEE PEERS (Pride, Education, Environment, Relationship, and Self-Esteem) Social group in East County for clients ages 18 and older. Debra Jackson, , SDRC Social Network Social recreation group for adult clients of SDRC. Group for clients to make friends, have fun, and enjoy a variety of activities/outings in the community. Vanessa Smith, , Amy Mackenzie, , Sibling HOME OF GUIDING HANDS Sibling Support Group Lisa Sanders , SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CENTER East County Support Group for Siblings of SDRC Clients Maria Lizaola, , Karen Ewalt, , South County Support Group for Siblings of SDRC Clients, Ages 7-12 Juan Gonzalez, , Tom Cary, , JoeAnn Randall, , UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION Support Group for Siblings (age 8-13) of Children with Developmental Disabilities Rhonda VanEcklenburg, Support Groups General CRIMSON CENTER A parent-led support group for caretakers (parents, grandparents, adult siblings, etc.) Karyn Searcy, EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER Parent Support Group For parents with children who have special needs , HOME OF GUIDING HANDS Parent Support Group (child care at no cost) Lisa Sanders, , JAPANESE SPEAKING PARENTS ASSOCIATION OF CHILDREN WITH CHALLENGES (JSPACC) Support for Japanese speaking parents of children of all ages. Connie Yamada, Michiko Wilkins, Mariko Magami, NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR AUTISM RESEARCH (NFAR) Mom s Group (meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month), calling all moms. Men s Group (meets every 2nd Thursday of the month), welcoming all dads PUZZLED PARENTS Resource and support group for parents of special needs children in East County. Amy Mello, SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CENTER FAADD (Filipino-American Association for Developmental Disabilities) Families come together to share experiences, information, and for social/recreational and emotional support. Maria dela Cruz , First Friday Group Support, resources and peer guidance for parents who have children ages 12 and older. North San Diego County. Jamie Michalski, , United Families SDRC South Bay Office Bilingual parent support group that educates and empowers parents/ caregivers to make a difference in their child s outcomes. Dalia Swadener, , Irene Hurtado, , Alejandro Enciso, , 9

10 The Web Page Found a particularly useful website? and we ll include it here. As more and more of us are using computers as a source of information, there are many more websites that provide information about disabilities. Here is a sampling of useful websites you may want to visit SophiasGift.Org is an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to families, teachers and caregivers to the existence of potentially harmful equipment currently used with children with special needs. Promotes education and legislation. SFARI s mission is to improve the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders by sharing information and funding innovative research. The Autism File is a bi-monthly magazine dealing with all aspects of autism (medical updates including diet and nutrition, problems solved, parents, sibling and family views on treatments tried and tested, books, videos, websites to look out for, etc.). It is written by parents, doctors, consultants, teachers, anyone in the field of autism who has anything to say on any subject concerning autism. ConnectABILITY is a virtual community dedicated to lifelong learning and support for people who have an intellectual disability, their families and support networks. This page offers valuable information for adults with disabilities concerning safely navigating the Internet and social media networks. Autism NOW provides high quality resources and information in core areas across the lifespan to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, and professional in the field. The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) offers information, resources, and advocacy for individuals with rare diseases and disorders, their parents, professionals, and other caregivers seeking to help them. places you can access the web for free if you don t have a personal computer... Any San Diego or Imperial County Public Library OR Exceptional Family Resource Center 10

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1. we have read 2. you-all (ustedes) have said 3. Juan and Maria have been estado 4. I have eaten lunch almorzado 5. she has washed lavado 6. Han ya los niños? Have the children already left? (salir) 7.

EXPANDING HORIZONS EXPAND HORIZONS IS WHAT PAUL CUFFEE SCHOOL DOES. When you gaze out at the horizon, what do you see? You see where one vista ends and another one begins. You think POSSIBILITIES Selected

Family Health History Project Pre-Survey What is family health history? Family health history is information about diseases that run in your family, as well as the eating habits, activities, and environments

WELCOME to the CESDP Back to School Family and Youth/Student Leadership Institute! We are so glad that you are joining us this year and hope that you enjoy your stay. We have included the institute schedule,

Child Support and W-2 are working together to better serve Wisconsin families. More child support is paid when families understand the rules. Recent child support policy changes are giving more money back

Setting Up an Apple ID for your Student You will receive an email from Apple with the subject heading of AppleID for Students Parent/Guardian Information Open the email. Look for two important items in

Order your Breeze Hill Yearbook today! Dear Parents and Students, Don t miss the opportunity to purchase this important keepsake of the school year. The 2013-2014 Breeze Hill yearbook is packed full of

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Learning Masters Early: Animal Bodies WhatILearned What important things did you learn in this theme? I learned that I learned that I learned that 22 Animal Bodies Learning Masters How I Learned Good readers

Ausentismo (Truancy - Why it's important to go to school) By Jesus Villasenor-Ochoa Reproduced with permission of the University of MN 2003 BRYCS is a project of the United States Conference of Catholic

Write an Essay - Win a Laptop! Overton Bobcats, below is an excellent opportunity to share both your skills as a writer and your experiences as a Latino American. Conexion Americas is hosting its 8th Annual

Mark Paz August 24, 2015 Dear Parents/Legal Guardian, I would like to start by thanking each and every single one of you for the tremendous help and support we have been receiving. Thank You! Next school

Welcome to (Bienvenidos a) Lindley Park Annual Public Meeting(Reunión Anual Pública) & Open House (Apertura Escolar) What is Title I? Qué es el Título I? Title I is a federal program that provides financial

June 2014 Dear Parents and Guardians: As the 2013-14 school year comes to a close, Camden City School District is excited to get summer programming underway! The District Summer School Program will operate

Welcome to the Leaders Only Invitation! Q & A A. Ultimate Cycler is here to stay! UC remains completely intact and is complementary to FreeToolBox. As a matter of fact, Ultimate Cycler is getting a facelift!

Citizenship Citizenship means obeying the rules and working to make your community a better place. I show good citizenship when I help keep my school and community clean. I am a good citizen when I follow

Art Studio Did you know...? Did you know...? In our Art Studio, we encourage children to use the materials in any way they wish. We provide ideas that they may use to begin work but do not expect copies